Chesnaught vs Greninja: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: Chesnaught is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.

Chesnaught
#652
Chesnaught
Grass Fighting
Spiny Armor Pokémon
Greninja
#658
Greninja
Water Dark
Ninja Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

88 HP 72
107 Attack 95
122 Defense 67
74 Sp. Atk 103
75 Sp. Def 71
64 Speed 122
530 Total (BST) 530

Chesnaught wins 4 stats, Greninja wins 2 stats.

Chesnaught attacking Greninja

2x

Super effective!

Greninja attacking Chesnaught

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 ChesnaughtGreninja
Height1.6m1.5m
Weight90.0kg40.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Chesnaught

Chesnaught is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.

  • Chesnaught wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Chesnaught hits Greninja for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Chesnaught is outside the usage rankings, Greninja is ranked #108 (on 0.1% of teams).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Chesnaught vs Greninja — FAQ

Is Chesnaught better than Greninja?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Chesnaught is the better overall pick. Chesnaught wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2); Chesnaught hits Greninja for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Who would win a battle, Chesnaught or Greninja?

Chesnaught has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Greninja is faster (122 vs 64 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Chesnaught or Greninja have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 530. Chesnaught wins 4 individual stats, Greninja wins 2. Chesnaught is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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